Podiatrist – Grade 2

CrossNation Healthcare Partner

Role Snapshot

The Podiatrist (Grade 2) provides advanced, evidence-based Podiatric services and programs within a social model of health in the Mildura LGA, while also providing clinical leadership, supervision of Grade 1 Podiatrists and student placements, and leading service improvement initiatives. The role co-ordinates service planning and evaluation, leads quality management activities, and represents the organisation on key networks and projects. Services are delivered across Victorian Department of Health, My Aged Care, NDIS, fee for service, and brokerage arrangements.

What You Will Do

• Provide contemporary, advanced evidence-based podiatric assessment and management of pathological foot conditions
• Deliver a range of treatment options including nail surgery, orthotic prescription, wound management, and biomechanical assessment
• Undertake Diabetes Foot assessments and lead high-risk foot management programs
• Undertake wound management including wound dressings, offloading strategies, and referral pathways
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients

Leadership and Team Contribution

• Provide clinical supervision and workload management support to Grade 1 Podiatrists, AHAs, university placements, and school-based students
• Co-ordinate service planning and evaluation to assist with effective and efficient service provision
• Delegate to and supervise Allied Health Assistants within their scope of practice
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and project initiatives

Service Improvement

• Lead the development, review, and management of Podiatry documents in the quality management system
• Champion innovation and best practice in podiatric service delivery
• Participate in regular clinical supervision/mentoring with a senior staff member
• Support the evaluation and auditing of podiatry services in line with organisational requirements
• Assist in the development and maintenance of equipment and resources for effective service delivery

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

• Liaise and collaborate with health professionals, consumers, services, and community agencies
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and specific project initiatives

Operational Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary model of care and contribute to integrated service delivery
• Collaborate with the Team Leader and Manager to monitor service performance
• Ensure documentation is timely, accurate, and consistent with organisational policy
• Enter data into the client management system to ensure statistical data and invoicing are accurate
• Manage workload and diary to meet service demands and funding targets
• Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment, modelling ethical behaviour and practices
• Operate, adhere to and demonstrate organisational Mission, Vision and Values
• Participate in quality improvement projects, clinical audits, and service evaluation activities
• Other reasonable duties as directed

What Will Help You Succeed

• Demonstrated clinical leadership and ability to supervise and mentor junior Podiatrists
• Advanced podiatric assessment, intervention, and high-risk foot management skills
• Commitment to service improvement, evidence-based practice, and innovation

Desirable Experience

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Podiatry as recognised by the Australian Podiatry Board – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Eligible for membership of the Australian Podiatry Association (APA)
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred podiatric care – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within Podiatry and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement

Skills and Capabilities

• Advanced clinical podiatry skills including nail surgery, orthotics, wound care, and high-risk foot management
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality and infection control standards

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, person-centred approach to care
• Reliable, accountable, and organised
• Culturally sensitive with respect for diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
• Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability
• Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous professional development
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and approachable

Compliance and Screening

• National Police Check (mandatory for all staff)
• Working With Children Check – Employee (where applicable)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (for all client-contact roles)
• Immunisation evidence per Category A health worker requirements
• Proof of identity and AHPRA registration (where applicable)
• Right to work in Australia – citizen, PR, or valid work authorisation

Professional Standards

All registered professionals must comply with AHPRA requirements, relevant professional body Codes of Conduct, and applicable legislation including the OH&S; Act, Privacy Act, Health Records Act, and Public Health and Wellbeing Act.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, mature-age workers, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Employment Conditions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide contemporary, advanced evidence-based podiatric assessment and management of pathological foot conditions
• Deliver a range of treatment options including nail surgery, orthotic prescription, wound management, and biomechanical assessment
• Undertake Diabetes Foot assessments and lead high-risk foot management programs
• Undertake wound management including wound dressings, offloading strategies, and referral pathways
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients

Requirements & Compliance

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)
• Tertiary qualification in Podiatry as recognised by the Australian Podiatry Board – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Eligible for membership of the Australian Podiatry Association (APA)
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred podiatric care – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within Podiatry and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement
• Advanced clinical podiatry skills including nail surgery, orthotics, wound care, and high-risk foot management
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality and infection control standards